Argentina (officially Argentine Republic) is an independent country located in South America, Americas. With a population of 46,735,004 people, it ranks #33 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 2,780,400 km² (#9 globally), with a population density of 17 people per km². The capital city is Buenos Aires. The official languages are Guaraní, Spanish.
Key Facts
Population
46,735,004
#33 world ranking
Area
2,780,400 km²
#9 world ranking
Population Density
17/km²
Capital
Buenos Aires
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC-03:00
Continent
South America
Bordering Countries
5
neighboring countries
Calling Code
+54
Languages
Currency
- Argentine peso ($)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (5)
Countries bordering Argentina →
Brazil
Chile
Bolivia
Paraguay
UruguayCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Argentina?
The capital of Argentina is Buenos Aires.
What is the population of Argentina?
Argentina has a population of 46,735,004 people, ranking #33 in the world by population.
How big is Argentina?
Argentina covers an area of 2,780,400 km², ranking #9 in the world by area. The population density is 17 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Argentina?
The official languages of Argentina are: Guaraní, Spanish.
What is the currency of Argentina?
The currency of Argentina is Argentine peso ($).
What countries border Argentina?
Argentina shares borders with 5 countries: Brazil, Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay.